Creamy Slow Cooker Pumpkin Spice Steel-Cut Oats
Wake up to a warm, creamy bowl of pumpkin spice steel-cut oats made effortlessly in the slow cooker. This hands-off recipe delivers a velvety texture and cozy fall flavor with minimal prep.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 7-8 hours (LOW) or 3-4 hours (HIGH)
- Total Time: 7 hours 5 minutes to 8 hours 5 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (180g) steel-cut oats
- 1 cup (240g) pumpkin puree (100% pure, not pie filling)
- 3 cups (710ml) milk (whole milk or oat milk for dairy-free)
- 1 cup (240ml) water
- 3–4 tablespoons (45-60ml) pure maple syrup
- 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- Optional toppings: toasted pecans or walnuts, extra maple syrup, Greek yogurt, fresh or dried cranberries, butter
Instructions
- Grease the inside of a 4- to 6-quart slow cooker with non-stick cooking spray or butter to prevent sticking.
- In the slow cooker, whisk together the pumpkin puree, milk, water, and maple syrup until smooth and uniform.
- Add the steel-cut oats, pumpkin pie spice, vanilla extract, and salt. Stir until well combined and oats are evenly distributed.
- Cover and cook on LOW for 7-8 hours or on HIGH for 3-4 hours. LOW is recommended for the best texture.
- About 30 minutes before serving, stir the oats. If too thick, add a splash of warm milk or water.
- Turn off the slow cooker and let the oats rest for 5-10 minutes with the lid on to thicken further.
- Ladle into bowls and top with desired toppings such as toasted pecans, a drizzle of maple syrup, and a sprinkle of cinnamon.
Notes
Grease the slow cooker well to prevent sticking. Don’t peek too often as it releases heat. Adjust sweetness at the end. For dairy-free, use oat milk or full-fat coconut milk. For gluten-free, use certified gluten-free steel-cut oats. Leftovers thicken upon refrigeration; add a splash of milk when reheating.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 1 c
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 14
- Sodium: 180
- Fat: 8
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Carbohydrates: 47
- Fiber: 7
- Protein: 9
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